Das Laufwerk motor unit

About the Das Laufwerk motor unit

The Das Laufwerk motor unit is an electronically regulated DC motor featuring fine speed adjustment for 33 and 45 rpm, utilizing a string drive system. It is designed for high precision and low resonance, integral to Scheu Analog's top-of-the-line turntables, Das Laufwerk No.1 and No.2. The motor is separate from the main plinth to reduce vibration and noise, contributing to the turntable's exceptional sound fidelity and pitch stability. The motor unit is paired with an 80 mm thick, 7.5 kg acrylic platter and an inverted precision bearing system. It includes a microcontroller with a digital 4-Q PI-controller and overload protection, ensuring stable and accurate speed control. The motor unit supports the use of different belt materials, including fishing line or rubberized belts, to optimize performance.